Metritis can be a challenging problem for some dairies. Generally defined as an infection of the uterus, metritis most commonly affects fresh cows. This disease can negatively influence a cow's health, fertility, and profitability (each case may cost up to $330).

A paper published in the Journal of Dairy Science reported that laminitis results in lower feed consumption and may decrease milk yields by as much as 6 lbs per day. In addition to loss of milk, lameness also decreases heat expression by cows, resulting in....

There are several things that really seem to get the attention of dairy producers. One such situation is seeing blood in the manure of manture dairy cows. In order to figure out what is going on, several considerations should be addressed.

"You miss more by not looking than by not knowing." Day in day out, dairy cows provide producers, nutritionist and veterinarians with a great deal of information. Unfortunately we don't always take full advantage of.....

Prevent Salmonella and Winter Dysentery from Cutting Into Your ProfitsIs your herd nutritonally prepared to fight off the common challenges that occur from season change? As we wipe our brows, thankful the summer heat stress is over, it's time to look forward, considering the upcoming season (winter), and begin modifying dairy rations accordingly. Have you taken steps to insure your herd will not be affected by Salmonella/Winter Dysentery?